While many first time buyers of a home in Key West seek a place in Old Town "close to Duval Street", others prefer the quiet Casa Marina Area known for the larger lots, tall swaying palms, and short walking distance to the beaches. The new listing at 1101 Von Phister Street enjoys all of the features selective buyers want. Th listing Realtor describes this home this way:
"Located
in the most sort after Casa Marina area, sits this incredible one level
home with a 40 Ft lap pool surrounded by some of the most outstanding
tropical landscaping. The home is currently divided into 2 separate
living spaces. The main structure consists of 2 en suite masters with
access to the pool. Living room is surrounded by French doors leading
to the pool and dining area. Off the dining area is an expansive
backyard. The guest cottage has 2 bedrooms, one has access to its own
outside sitting area. An Elegant kitchen opens to the living room. There
is parking adjacent to the guest cottage for 2 cars and the main
entrance has parking for one.."
The forty foot pool is one of the largest private pools on the island. Unlike so many of the homes in Old Town which are often small and only have brief moments of real sun time, this Casa Marina pool enjoys sun from mid-morning through mid-afternoon all year long. And the large corner lot ensures no neighbor can watch you grab some all-over rays. Sun worshipers will fall in love with this pool upon first sight.
The 30 foot living room has a picture window view of the pool on the west while three sets of French doors on the east open out to the dining area with garden views of the rear garden. Another set of French doors opens into the living room from the entry alcove. You will find travertine marble tile flooring throughout the entire house and the the guest cottage.
The chef's kitchen includes stainless steel Viking Appliances, custom cabinetry, and slate counter tops. Two Italian pendant lamps add just a bit light to the island with Sharp Microwave Drawer. The outdoor dining area opens out to the rear gardens.
French doors in the south master bedroom open out to the pool. The home office is located just off the bedroom which includes a larger walk-in closet.When you get tired of computing, open the French doors to take a dip in the pool..The bath includes a handcrafted vanity with slate (used throughout the main house) and six foot shower also lined with travertine marble.
The second master suite also has French doors that open out to the pool plus a rear door which opens out to the rear garden where the outdoor shower is located.
This home also includes a guest wing with a separate living room, kitchen, and two bedrooms which share a large bath complete with a large walk-in travertine shower. The separate entry is off a lush tropically fenced private yard plus separate off street parking,
CLICK HERE to view the Key West MLS datasheet and then contact
Cory Held at Preferred Properties Key West to schedule a private showing 1t
305-240-0355. Offered at $1,795,000.
